Eric Whitmore
Kittery,Maine
Summary
Skilled heavy equipment operator dedicated to maintaining safety compliance and improving operational efficiency. Successful in fostering collaboration within teams to achieve high productivity and safety benchmarks. Attention to detail supports consistent performance in all tasks.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
Work History
Return/LTL Specialist
NRF Distributors
Augusta, ME
02.2022 - 07.2026
- Inspected inbound and outbound LTL freight to ensure secure wrapping and strapping for delivery.
- Matched returned goods with credit memos and reported discrepancies to relevant departments for accurate inventory management.
- Prepared returns for common carrier pickup, ensuring timely processing and minimizing delays in returns management.
- Interfaced with claims and returns department to complete paperwork and update RAs for customer credit.
- Checked received goods for damages, communicated defects to ensure quality control, and processed undamaged products per standard procedures.
- Safely operated forklifts, pole lifts, dock stockers, and order pickers for efficient product handling.
- Supported unloading of transfer trailers to enhance operational workflow. to support operational efficiency.
- Coordinated with departments during high-demand times to sustain operations. during vacations and peak periods to maintain workflow.
Transportation Worker/Heavy Equipment Operator
City of Gardiner
Gardiner, Maine
12.2021 - 02.2022
- Operated heavy machinery for roadway maintenance, enhancing infrastructure and ensuring public safety.
- Performed road maintenance to ensure safe travel conditions for the public.
- Performed repairs on roads and bridges to preserve infrastructure integrity.
- Conducted regular inspections of vehicles and equipment for optimal functioning.
- Ensured proper maintenance of machinery used in daily activities.
- Followed safety protocols to prevent accidents during transportation operations.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline logistics and improve workflow efficiency.
- Coordinated with multiple departments to increase transportation efficiency.
Transportation Worker I
Maine Department Of Transportation
Randolph/Washington, Maine
02.2021 - 12.2021
- Operated heavy machinery to maintain roadway infrastructure and clear debris for public safety.
- Applied road surface treatments during winter weather events to prevent ice and snow accumulation.
- Conducted repairs and maintenance on roads to ensure safe travel conditions for the public.
- Managed installation and replacement of culverts, enhancing drainage and preventing flooding.
- Performed routine equipment inspections to ensure vehicles remain in safe working condition.
- Collaborated with crew leads to plan and execute daily maintenance tasks. to execute daily maintenance tasks across assigned road sections.
- Worked as part of a team within the Maine Department of Transportation (MaineDOT) to achieve operational goals.
- Installed traffic control signage and safety barriers, safeguarding workers and minimizing hazards during road projects.
- Followed safety protocols and regulations to protect oneself and the public while performing duties.
Freight Inspector
NRF Distributors, Inc
Augusta, Maine
02.2011 - 02.2021
- Conducted inspections on freight to ensure security and compliance with loading procedures.
- Prepared and submitted inspection reports documenting packing slips to ensure accurate freight tracking.
- Identified and reported damaged packaging during intake to uphold shipment integrity.
- Verified pallet stability to minimize risks of transit damage according to safety standards.
- Audited loading manifests to ensure item counts matched physical inventory.
- Safely operated equipment, including forklifts and order pickers, to manage product movement.
- Picked orders in warehouse, efficiently loading and unloading freight from transfer trailers.
- Maintained clean inspection areas to support effective and timely outbound order processing.
Industrial Sand Blaster
Bath Iron Works
Bath, Maine
05.1989 - 05.2010
- Operated high-pressure blasting equipment to effectively remove rust and scale from steel hulls.
- Managed grit and debris removal during blasting to maintain surface cleanliness and readiness for coating.
- Inspected cleaned surfaces for adherence to marine coating specifications, ensuring quality standards.
- Set up and maintained blasting equipment for optimal operational efficiency.
- Conducted minor repairs on blasting machines and associated equipment.
- Operated mobile equipment for diverse job site tasks, facilitating project progression.
- Assisted in snow and ice removal to uphold safe working conditions.
Education
High School Diploma -
Maranacook Community School
Readfield, ME06-1983
Skills
- Freight management
- Equipment operation
- Claims processing
- Attention to detail
- Safety compliance
- Team collaboration
- Adaptability
Credentials
*CDL-B License *Forklift Certification
*Flagger Certification *Chainsaw Certification
*Bobcat Training *OSHA 10 Hour Training
*CPR & First Aid Training *Frontend Loader Training
Professional References
- Joel Demerchant, Manager
Phone: 207-621-4430
Email: Joel_Demerchant@NRFdist.com - David Whittemore, Manager
Phone: 207-621-2804
Email: David_Whittemore@NRFdist.com - Will Stuart, Manager
Phone: 207-621-4434
Email:Will_Stuart@NRFdist.com
Timeline
Return/LTL Specialist
NRF Distributors
02.2022 - 07.2026
Transportation Worker/Heavy Equipment Operator
City of Gardiner
12.2021 - 02.2022
Transportation Worker I
Maine Department Of Transportation
02.2021 - 12.2021
Freight Inspector
NRF Distributors, Inc
02.2011 - 02.2021
Industrial Sand Blaster
Bath Iron Works
05.1989 - 05.2010
High School Diploma -
Maranacook Community School